How much do you know about SHOFCO Urban Network (SUN)? Watch this short video and click this link to learn more: https://t.co/J9ycgvUXJk #communityorganizing #communitypower #SUN #sunpower

Our CEO, @KennedyOdede, was featured in yesterday’s devex Newswire. Speaking at Devex Impact House, Kennedy highlighted what we see every day: health funding cuts hit the most vulnerable hardest. As others pull back, grassroots organizations like us remain on the frontlines

We believe in the power of local communities! #localization #Devexpanel #UNGA80 #KennedyOdede #ᴍᴏɴᴅᴀʏᴍᴏᴛɪᴠᴀᴛɪᴏɴ

At a Devex panel this week, our CEO @KennedyOdede stressed one truth: 𝑔𝑙𝑜𝑏𝑎𝑙 𝑎𝑔𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑎𝑠 𝑜𝑛𝑙𝑦 𝑠𝑢𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑒𝑑 𝑤ℎ𝑒𝑛 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑜𝑤𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑚. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲: 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 – solutions must start with communities.

Tonight at 9:00pm EAT, I will be moderating the “𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐲” session at the @ClintonGlobal. As governments retreat from providing critical services, the role of civil society is more vital than ever. Local organizations and leaders are

At #UNGA2025, SHOFCO is proud to bring the voices of Kenya’s informal settlements to the global stage. Because true systems change begins from the ground up — and grassroots voices are the blueprint for sustainable development. #UNGA2025 #SHOFCO #GrassrootsVoices

This Monday, we remind ourselves that real change starts with safety. Safeguarding is not a box to tick—it’s the daily work of listening, protecting, and standing up for dignity in our communities. #MondayMotivation #Safeguarding

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to H.E. Wisley Rotich for sharing his valuable time, perspectives, and for strengthening his commitment to youth empowerment. Together, we look forward to creating lasting, impactful, and equitable change that transforms lives and communities.

Today, we had the honor of hosting H.E. Wisley Rotich (@rotichwisley), Governor of Elgeyo Marakwet County, for a meaningful tour of our programs starting from the Shofco Sacco Ltd, iconic Kibera View Point, Library and the WASH facilities.

Our 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 is leading a unique support group for young parents especially the TEEN DADS from Mathare. It is an integrated, holistic approach to health—one that brings together mental health, sexual and reproductive health, and gender-inclusive parenting

Congratulations to @MAGsaveslives on winning the 2025 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize! This recognition highlights that true peace requires concrete action to save lives, reduce suffering, and protect human rights. Having grown up in Kibera, I've seen firsthand how

#Nairobi: Book Launch & Panel Discussion: 'Find Me Unafraid' by Kennedy Odede & Jessica Posner, Sept. 3 2025 @ Alliance Française. Date: September 3, 2025 Venue: Alliance Française Auditorium Time: from 6.30 PM Entry: Free .@KennedyOdede / @hope2shine ~ @AFKenya

Earlier today, I was pleased to join the Kenya Riders and Owners Boda Boda Sacco during their meeting in Kibera. I’m inspired by their dedication to improve their lives through savings, and unity. Through @ShofcoSacco, we are going to empower the riders by offering loans at

This Wednesday, September 3rd, please join me and other panelists at Alliance Francaise Nairobi as we discuss my memoir "Find Me Unfraid" Entry will be free!

Asante sana @EUAmbKenya We were honored to host you at the National Forum on Culture for Peace and Sustainable Development. Elders carry the wisdom and lived experience our nation needs to resolve conflicts, strengthen unity, and promote peaceful co-existence.

SHOFCO, in partnership with the National Council of Elders, the Kenya Development Network, and the Foundation for Dialogue, are convening elders from all 47 counties of Kenya to participate in a two-day national dialogue centered on "Culture, Peace, Cohesion, and Development."

This evening, I shared a meal with the Kenya Council of Elders led by their chairperson, Major (Rtd) John Seii—a powerful circle of wisdom from every corner of our nation - ahead of a 2-day engagement which will kick off tomorrow. We reflected on how culture can guide modern

The @GA4Communities, a SHOFCO incubated project, has just launched the Youth Digital Inclusion Roadmap addressing critical skills gaps among Kenyan youth. Read the full document here: https://t.co/VFIpOW4xno #YouthDigitalInclusion #YoungAfricaWorks #localization #GA4Communities

CONT' ▪️Created valuable peer support networks that extend beyond the classroom 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: equipping every girl with both quality education and essential life skills to become community leaders. Listen to our scholars share their journey in this transformative program.

This August, SHOFCO's 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 reached 3,000+ girls across Nairobi, providing life skills beyond traditional education. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: ▪️Life skills training, rights education, and dignity kits for all participants